Training

IDF trains for October 7-style Hezbollah attack from Lebanon in major northern border drill

Forces dealt with simulated attempted takeovers of additional northern communities, IDF facilities, and outposts along the border.

 IDF troops operate in southern Lebanon. January 23, 2025.
A display of Elbit weaponry is seen

Former UK army officer assisted Israel's Elbit to gain lucrative bid, whistleblower claims - report

 service member of the 13th Operative Purpose Brigade 'Khartiia' of the National Guard of Ukraine checks a Ukrainian-made Leleka reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle before its launch near a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kharkiv region, Ukraine July 20, 2025.

Ukraine’s frontline forces receive 1,000 drones in under two weeks

Sec.-Lt. A., Sec.-Lt. N, and Sec.-Lt. Y.

IDF soldiers who defended Zikim on Oct.7 return as officers to train newest recruits


Five-year study shows personalized training boosts cancer survival rates

Participants in the exercise program had a 37 percent lower risk of dying and a 28 percent lower risk of recurrent or new cancer than those in the control group.

 Five-year study shows personalized training boosts cancer survival rates.

Personal trainer shocked to learn his client became Pope Leo XIV

Masella recalled, "I trained the future pontiff—it's incredible, but to me, he was just another client".

 Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States appears on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, at the Vatican, May 8, 2025.

7 years already: 20,000 IDF soldiers Trained for free at Holmes Place

Since the Iron Sword War began, the number of combat soldiers using the benefit has increased by 20%. Keren Shtevy CEO: "This is our way of honoring the soldiers' service."

 Holmes Place Club

The home workouts that will take you forward

Decathlon Israel offers smart, functional, and accessible home fitness solutions—so you can maintain your workout routine without leaving home.

 Weight bench, NIS 649

Spain's Princess Leonor begins a six-month naval voyage for military training

The cadets will study up to 18 different subjects, including navigation, astronomy, meteorology, amphibious operations, combat support and services, maritime law, tactics, and weapon systems.

 Princess Leonor in military uniform. Military parade in Madrid to celebrate Hispanic Day.

Mentoring the ‘elite of the elite’ hospital residents at Hadassah

Hadassah elite is located on the 10th floor, which has been renovated especially for the program.

 The Hadassah Ein Karem hospital in Jerusalem. January 15, 2017.

'Ease the burden': IDF Chief of Staff announces formation of five new reservist brigades

The reserve brigades, known as the "David Brigades," will carry out defensive missions along various borders. 

 IDF reservists joining the "David Brigades," the five new reservist brigades announced by IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, December 17, 2024.

Strength training may reduce biological age by up to eight years, study finds

The research team observed the correlation between strength training and biological age in 4,800 participants.

  Lifting weights three times a week may help reduce a person's biological age by about eight years.

Boutique training every business and salesperson needs

Roni Stiglitz, Israel's saleswoman, unveils a service boosting revenue in 5 sessions - sales lounge group training. What's taught and why it's popular?

 Stop being afraid of sales: the boutique training that every business and salesperson needs

What to eat after endurance training for optimal recovery

How do you ensure effective recovery and maximize your workout's benefits post-training?


Following heavy Hezbollah fire, IDF finishes exercise against northern threats

The IDF's exercise simulated various combat scenarios while emphasizing movements and capabilities in complex terrain, using multi-scale fire and complex combat scenarios.

 IDF brigades training in northern Israel, June 13, 2024.